Tired of spending hours in the kitchen? Aldi has you covered with a quick and easy air fryer lasagna recipe that’s sure to impress. This recipe, shared by one of Aldi’s own chefs, delivers all the deliciousness of traditional lasagna but in a fraction of the time, making it ideal for busy weeknights.
The recipe starts with a flavorful bolognese sauce, made with lean steak mince, onions, garlic, mushrooms, and Aldi’s own Cucina tomato sauce. This hearty sauce is simmered for just five to ten minutes before being layered in the air fryer basket with lasagna sheets and a creamy bechamel sauce. The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity – everything gets layered directly into the air fryer basket, eliminating the need for a separate baking dish.
Once assembled, the lasagna cooks for just 30-40 minutes in the air fryer, emerging golden brown and bubbly. Topped with fresh basil, this dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that’s sure to become a regular in your meal rotation.
Aldi’s Air Fryer Lasagna Recipe
Ingredients:
* 500g lean steak minced beef
* One medium white onion, diced
* 125g chestnut mushrooms, diced
* Two garlic cloves, crushed
* One tbsp olive oil
* 1/2 tsp Dried Chilli Flakes
* Half tsp dried chilli flakes
* Salt and pepper to taste
* 500g Cucina Tomato Sauce
Bechamel Sauce:
* 50g butter
* 50g plain flour
* 550ml milk
* A pinch of salt and pepper
Lasagne:
* Eight dried lasagne sheets
* 180g grated mozzarella
* Fresh basil
Instructions:
1.
Make the bolognese:
Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan and cook the minced beef for five to ten minutes until browned. Add the diced onions, garlic, and mushrooms to the pan and cook for another five minutes. Pour in the tomato sauce and 100ml of water, then mix well. Season with salt, pepper, and dried chilli flakes, and simmer for five to ten minutes.2.
Preheat the air fryer:
While the bolognese simmers, preheat the air fryer to 180C. Grease or line the air fryer basket.3.
Make the bechamel sauce:
Melt the butter in a saucepan and stir in the flour until smooth. Gradually whisk in the milk until the sauce is thick and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.4.
Assemble the lasagna:
Layer the bolognese, lasagne sheets, bechamel sauce, and mozzarella in the air fryer basket. Repeat the layering process to create three layers, ending with bechamel sauce and mozzarella.5.
Cook the lasagna:
Place the air fryer basket in the preheated air fryer and cook for 30-40 minutes, or until the lasagne sheets are cooked through.6.
Serve:
Garnish with fresh basil and enjoy!For those who are looking for additional cooking inspiration, Aldi offers a wide range of air fryer recipes on its website. So, grab your air fryer, stock up on Aldi’s delicious ingredients, and get ready to enjoy a quick and flavorful lasagna dinner.
